Below Average
#3403 of 3,778 schools in FL
Margate Middle School
Middle School · BROWARD
500 NW 65TH AVE, Margate, FL 33063
Enrollment
1,044
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,044
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,403 of 3,778
In Margate
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#293 of 319
BROWARD
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Margate Middle School
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About Margate Middle School
Margate Middle School is a public middle school in Margate, FL, part of BROWARD. Margate Middle School serves approximately 1,044 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Margate Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,403 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Margate Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Margate Middle School — Students at Margate Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Margate Middle School Compares
See how Margate Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 NW 65TH AVE, Margate, FL 33063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margate Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATLANTIC TECHNICAL COLLEGE (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST BROWARD ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT NORTH LAUDER (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Lauderdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Margate, see our Margate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,930
Median Home Value
$270,100
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
55,539
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
45.5
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| OCOEE MIDDLE Ocoee, FL | 4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margate Middle School
What grades does Margate Middle School serve?
Margate Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Margate Middle School?
Margate Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,044 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margate Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Margate Middle School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margate Middle School rank in FL?
Margate Middle School ranks #3,403 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Margate Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Margate Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Margate Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margate Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margate Middle School a charter school?
No, Margate Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margate Middle School a Title I school?
No, Margate Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margate Middle School?
59.3% of students at Margate Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,044
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (754) 322-3800
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #293 of 319
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